Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Motorola Moto G45 5G

Compare Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Motorola Moto G45 5G side by side: Mediatek Dimensity 7030 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5000mAh vs…

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Motorola Edge 40 Neo takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo claims the overall win over the Motorola Moto G45 5G, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the Motorola Edge 40 Neo. Choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Moto G45 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryMotorola Edge 40 Neo

Motorola Edge 40 Neo wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 68W fast charging.

🎮 GamingMotorola Edge 40 Neo

Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7030 and 12GB RAM.

📸 CameraMotorola Edge 40 Neo

Motorola Edge 40 Neo wins photography with 50MP main imaging.

🏷️ ValueMoto G45 5G

Moto G45 5G wins on budget and value at $159 compared to $279.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Moto G45 5G: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Motorola Edge 40 Neo, Motorola Moto G45 5G
Specification	Motorola Edge 40 Neo	Moto G45 5G
Screen size	6.55"	6.5"
Resolution	1080 x 2400Winner	720 x 1600
Pixel density	402 ppiWinner	270 ppi
Refresh rate	144 HzWinner	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1300 nitsWinner	500 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Motorola Edge 40 Neo, Motorola Moto G45 5G
Specification	Motorola Edge 40 Neo	Moto G45 5G
Chipset	Mediatek Dimensity 7030	Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3
Process node	6 nm	6 nm
AnTuTu score	525,000Winner	440,000
Geekbench multi	2320Winner	2100
Maximum RAM	12 GBWinner	8 GB
Maximum storage	256GBWinner	128GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Motorola Edge 40 Neo, Motorola Moto G45 5G
Specification	Motorola Edge 40 Neo	Moto G45 5G
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	2	2
Ultrawide	13 MP	—
Selfie camera	32 MPWinner	16 MP
Max video	4K at 30fps	1080p@30fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Motorola Edge 40 Neo, Motorola Moto G45 5G
Specification	Motorola Edge 40 Neo	Moto G45 5G
Capacity	5,000 mAh	5,000 mAh
Wired charging	68 WWinner	18 W
Wireless charging	No	No

Design

Design comparison between the Motorola Edge 40 Neo, Motorola Moto G45 5G
Specification	Motorola Edge 40 Neo	Moto G45 5G
Weight	172 gWinner	183 g
Thickness	7.79 mm	8 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP52
Build	Plastic frame, vegan leather or acrylic back, Gorilla Glass 3 front	Pantone curated vegan leather back, matte polymer frame, Gorilla Glass 3 front

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Motorola Edge 40 Neo, Motorola Moto G45 5G
Specification	Motorola Edge 40 Neo	Moto G45 5G
Operating system	Android 13	Android 14
OS updates	2 years	2 years
Security updates	3 years	3 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Motorola Edge 40 Neo, Motorola Moto G45 5G
Specification	Motorola Edge 40 Neo	Moto G45 5G
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Storage expansion	None	microSD
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$279	$159Winner